Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02
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Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2015
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 100g - 77 x 51 x 18mm
- Revealed September 2013

Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the L31 (16MP) and S02 (13MP) and the L31 (1/2.3") and S02 (1/3") come with totally different sensor size.

The L31 was introduced 17 months after the S02 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the L31 grades against the S02 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L31 and Nikon Coolpix S02. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L31 Gallery and Nikon S02 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Nikon S02
L31 | S02 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | September 2013 | More modern by 17 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Nikon L31
S02 | L31 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L31 and Nikon S02
L31 | S02 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L31 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon S02 has proportions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the L31 compared to the S02.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L31 and S02 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The picture below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L31 and S02.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L31 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon L31 will offer you extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern L31 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L31 vs Nikon S02 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L31 | Nikon Coolpix S02 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L31 | Nikon Coolpix S02 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2015-01-14 | 2013-09-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 1.40 m |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps); High-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lbs) | 100g (0.22 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 210 shots |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | - |
Price at release | $0 | $177 |